2024 Corks & Caps Live Auction Items

Once again, Corks & Caps will feature unique and outstanding items and experiences available in our live auction. There will also be fantastic items in our raffle, so be sure to bring some raffle ticket dollars! 

ALL proceeds from this event directly benefit Seven Ponds Nature Center. 

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Rustic Cabin Dining at Metamora Golf & Country Club

Enjoy an exclusive and inviting dinner at this unique cabin, located at the country club. Start with a car ride to the cabin, where a warm bon fire awaits, Hors D'oeuvres are served, and a scrumptious four course meal ensues. Good for up to 8 attendees, October 1, 2024 through March 15, 2025. Reservations subject to rescheduling due to weather or accessibility. This unique experience is provided through the generosity of the Metamora Golf & Country Club. metamoragolf.com/

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Handcrafted Quilt

This hand-stitched quilt, titled Joie de Vie, evokes the spirit of camaraderie among the diverse group of friends, holding hands, which encircles the quilt. Its message of harmony is further emphasized through the custom quilted words “Happy”, “Joy”, and “Fun” that are repeated throughout. This unique piece measures 75” x 84”. Created and donated by Nancy Buck.

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Pheasant Hunt at Hunters Creek Club with Breakfast or Lunch

Enjoy this two-person pheasant hunt at the private Hunters Creek Club followed by breakfast or lunch in their dining room. Hunt may take place from August through April, and must be reserved through the club. This item was donated by Charlie Mann and Hunters Creek Club.  hunterscreekclub.com/

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Hands-on Introduction to Blacksmithing

Learn how to forge steel into beautiful artwork and functional tools in this four-hour, hands-on, instructor-led class. You can choose from projects such as mild steel blades, fireplace tools, key racks, decorative leaves & others. All materials will be provided. Class is taught by long-time blacksmith, Donnie Miller from CJ Forge, at his studio in Hazel Park. Winning bidder also receives this fire poker, perfect for your backyard fire pit. Learn more about CJ Forge at cjforge.net. Blacksmith class is provided courtesy of Donnie Miller at CJ Forge.  cjforge.net/

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Stable Tour & Lunch

Enjoy a delightful afternoon driving through the Metamora countryside on a self-guided tour of some of Metamora’s most magnificent equestrian properties. You’ll have an opportunity to meet some of the horses, see their beautiful stables, and chat with the owners. Offer is for four Stable Tour tickets and lunch at the White Horse Inn. The date for the 2025 Stable Tour has not yet been announced. Provided courtesy of Diane & Ken Matheis.

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Lake Orion Pedal Boat Pub

The Pedal Boat Pub is a 25-foot pedal boat and pub which operates out of Lake Orion. The boat includes a captain and first mate on every voyage, and has room for 16 additional "mates" who power the boat via ten pedal stations. Each tour is 1.5 hours long. The Pedal Boat Party Bus will pick you up at Rio's shortly before departure and take you to the marina. Self-serve cooler with ice is provided with your tour. You bring your own favorite snacks, lunches, and drinks. This package includes a $100 Kroger gift card to help kick-start your party. Certificate valid Monday through Thursday. This package is provided courtesy of Pedal Boat Pub. pedalboatpub.com/ 

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Jack Frost Auto Museum Tour & Basket

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Detroit Tigers Box Seat Tickets

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon ball game at Comerica Park in downtown Detroit as the Tigers take on the Boston Red Sox on September 1st at 1:40 PM. This package includes four box seat tickets in the Tigers Den, located behind the visitor dugout between home plate and first base. You'll enjoy padded chairs and a table, where any food or beverages you order will be delivered to you at your table. A parking pass for the Tigers garage is also included. Go Tigers!

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Guided Canoe Trip on the Ponds

An evening paddle on the ponds is quiet and serene. Enjoy a private paddle of the ponds with your personal guide, a Seven Ponds staff member. This canoe tour is good for four people, and includes canoes, paddles, and PFD's. Bring your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy dockside after your paddle. Paddle will take place on a mutually agreed upon date, and be redeemed prior to August 1, 2025. Provided courtesy of Seven Ponds staff.

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Introduction to Flying

Spread your wings! Experience what it feels like to be in control of an airplane high over Lapeer County. Accompanying you in one of Lapeer Aviation’s Warriors or Cessna 172s will be a certified flight instructor who will introduce you to the basics of flying. You will fly out of Dupont Lapeer Airport D95 on a mutually agreed upon day and time within one year. C’mon, you know you’ve always wanted to do this! Provided courtesy of Lapeer Aviation. lapeeraviation.com

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U of M Herbarium Experience

Join host, Paul Messing, as a citizen science experience to document new plant species in Michigan counties where they are not yet documented with the University of Michigan Herbarium (michiganflora.net).  You will collect plants, under restricted permission, and learn the process to layout and press your finds for a collection. Includes a fall tour of the Herbarium to view the expansive collection of 1.8 million specimens from around the world. Provided courtesy of Paul Messing and is good for mutually agreed upon dates. lsa.umich.edu/herbarium

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Lingenfelter Car Collection Private Tour

The Lingenfelter Collection, located in Brighton, features more than 150 muscle cars, Corvettes, and exotic European cars; it’s said by some to be one of the most magnificent car collections in the world! Offer is for a private, guided museum tour for up to ten people at a mutually agreeable date and time within one year.  See thelingenfeltercollection.com/

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Glass Sculptures - Northern Cardinal Pair

These exquisite glass interpretations of the male and female Northern Cardinal are handcrafted by Metamora glass artist, Kim Fields. Each bird and tree limb with feet are two separate glass components which slide onto a steel support secured to a Manzanita wood base for display. Each bird on its base measures approximately 2-1/2” long x 1” wide. These beautiful one-of-a-kind sculptures were generously donated by Ms. Fields. kimfieldsglass.com/